N-ary White Vertical Bar Symbol
⫿ is the N-ary white vertical bar symbol, commonly used as a math operator-like glyph.
U+2AFF
⫿ is a Unicode math symbol (U+2AFF) called the N-ary White Vertical Bar. It’s typically used in mathematical notation where a neutral, operator-like vertical bar is helpful. Use the copy options below for text, web, and code workflows.
N-ary White Vertical Bar Symbol Meaning
The character ⫿ is named “N-ary White Vertical Bar” (Unicode: U+2AFF). In math typography, it can be used to represent an “n-ary” vertical-bar style operator—an element that visually groups or denotes an operation applied to multiple operands. The “white” aspect refers to the glyph’s open/outlined appearance, which can help distinguish it from a solid vertical bar in expressions and layouts. While it appears most often in specialized mathematical contexts, designers and writers may also use it as a distinctive separator or structural marker in formal-looking text.
Common uses
- •Math typesetting to denote an n-ary vertical-bar operator or grouping element
- •Creating clear separators in formal documents that use operator-like symbols
- •Labeling or formatting expressions in educational materials
- •UI/diagram text styling where a vertical-bar glyph is needed but should look “open”
- •Decorative yet structured separators in math-themed typography and posters
Examples
⫿ N-ary White Vertical Bar
- ⫿A ⫿ B ⫿ C
- ⫿⫿x1, x2, …, xn⫿
- ⫿Define: result = ⫿operand_1, operand_2⫿
- ⫿In set notation: S ⫿ T ⫿ U
- ⫿Operator form: ⫿a,b,c⫿
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2AFF | |
| HTML Entity | ⫿ | |
| HTML Code | ⫿ | |
| CSS | \2AFF | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11007 | |
| Decimal | 11007 |
How to type N-ary White Vertical Bar Symbol (⫿)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11007 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2AFF then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2AFF. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2aff, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ⫿ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the N-ary White Vertical Bar symbol mean?
The character ⫿ is named “N-ary White Vertical Bar” (Unicode: U+2AFF). In math typography, it can be used to represent an “n-ary” vertical-bar style operator—an element that visually groups or denotes an operation applied to multiple operands. The “white” aspect refers to the glyph’s open/outlined appearance, which can help distinguish it from a solid vertical bar in expressions and layouts. While it appears most often in specialized mathematical contexts, designers and writers may also use it as a distinctive separator or structural marker in formal-looking text.
What is the Unicode code point for ⫿?
⫿ is U+2AFF (named “N-ary White Vertical Bar”).
How can I copy ⫿ into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ⫿.
How do I use ⫿ in CSS?
You can use the CSS escape: \\2AFF.
What is the JavaScript escape for this symbol?
Use: \\u{2AFF}.